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  Burmese Looking Glass - A Human...

  Edith T. Mirante

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  “Burmese Looking Glass is a contribution to the literature of human rights and to the literature of high adventure.” —Los Angeles Times Book Review   As captivating as the most thrilling novel, Burmese Looking Glass tells the story of tribal peoples who, though ravaged by malaria and weakened by poverty, are unforgettably brave. Author Edith T. Mirante first crossed illegally from Thailand into Burma in 1983. There she discovered the hidden conflict that has despoiled the country since the close of World War II. She met commandos and refugees and learned firsthand the machinations of Golden Triangle narcotics trafficking. Mirante was the first Westerner to march with the rebels from the fabled Three Pagodas Pass to the Andaman Sea. She taught karate to women soldiers, was ritually tattooed by a Shan sayah “spirit doctor,” lobbied successfully against US government donation of Agent Orange chemicals to the dictatorship, and was deported from Thailand in 1988.   “A dramatic but caring book in which Mirante’s blithe tone doesn’t disguise her earnest concern for the worsening conditions faced by the Burmese hill tribes.” —Kirkus Reviews

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  Woodstock Nation

  Geoffrey Giuliano

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  The rockin' roots of the extraordinary Summer of Love 1967 as told by the people who made the decade. Featuring previously unreleased interviews with the Beatles; the Who; the Grateful Dead; Cream; the Moody Blues, and other important personalities.

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  Cult Conversations

  Gareth David-Lloyd, Phil...

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  Volume One features audio interviews with Gareth David-Lloyd (Torchwood), Deborah Watling (Doctor Who), and Phil Willmott (Jupiter Moon). Deborah Watling is best known for her role as Victoria in Doctor Who, alongside the second Doctor, Patrick Troughton. However many people aren’t aware of her extensive acting career on stage, film and television; Born into a theatrical family, her first onscreen roles were as a child in ‘William Tell’ and episodes of ‘The Invisible Man’ (both in1959). But it was her role as Alice in ‘The Life of Lewis Carroll’ that brought her to the attentions of Doctor Who producer Innes Lloyd. Other television roles have included ‘The Newcomers’, ‘Danger UXB’, ‘Rising Damp’ and ‘Doctor in Charge’, while her film work included ‘Take Me High’ with Cliff Richard and ‘That’ll Be the Day’ with David Essex.Deborah has also had a long career on the stage, and her most recent theatre credits range from playing Mrs Alving in Ibsen’s ‘Ghosts’, to Beverly in ‘Abigail’s Party’. Gareth David Lloyd has recently starred in the BBC 3 smash hit Torchwood, playing Ianto Jones. As he gears up towards filming the second series, Gareth talks to us about the pressures of filming Doctor Who’s first successful spin off. Gareth trained at the National Youth Theatre, and his credits include the role of Sebastian in ‘Twelfth Night’ on stage, as well as appearances in television programmes such as ‘Mine All Mine’, ‘Absolute Power’, ‘Casualty’, ‘Rosemary & Thyme’ and ‘The Bill’. He has also recently voiced a collection of stories by MR James for Fantom Films. For cult audiences, Phil Willmott is best remembered as ship science officer Finbow Lewis in 150 episodes of satellite television sci-fi soap Jupiter Moon. As an arts journalist and critic he hosts his own weekly arts show ‘Capital Eyes’ on Resonance 104.4FM. For two years he was a theatre correspondent for BBC London's television news and website, and also for lastminute.com.  He has been a regular critic for What's On in London magazine and BBC Radio's ‘The Lavender Lounge’, as well as a appearing as a guest on many other BBC radio shows including Ned Sherrin's ‘Loose Ends’. Phil is now an influential theatre director and writer, having directed over forty productions around the UK - from Shakespeare plays and musicals, to cutting edge new writing. He is Artistic Director of his own multi award winning theatre company ‘The Steam Industry’, and an Associate Director of ‘The Kings Head Theatre’.

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  Rocky Mountain High - A Tale of...

  Finn Murphy

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  The best-selling author of The Long Haul returns with the story of ditching his truck to seek his fortune … in hemp.After decades as a long-haul trucker, Finn Murphy left the road and settled in Boulder County, Colorado. Before long he noticed that many of his neighbors were captivated by the prospect of vast riches in “the Hemp Space.” When hemp was legalized, after eighty years in federal exile, Colorado became the center of a hemp growing and processing boom. Figuring he’d harvest some of that easy money, Murphy bought a thirty-six-acre farm. What could go wrong? Well, pretty much everything. …Rocky Mountain High is the comic chronicle of a wild year as Murphy follows his Great American Dream, gradually losing his shirt but not his spirit. Pivoting away from growing hemp himself, he decides to make himself a middleman. He builds drying sheds the size of football fields. He battles with freezing temperatures and even colder bankers. And he assembles an eclectic crew of workers, including the wry and vastly talented Manuel, the business savvy Pierce, and a scruffy army of “trimmigrants”—specialized farm laborers who roam the country pursuing (or not) their own American Dreams. Pretty soon, Murphy is burning through his cash and skirmishing with the mercurial denizens who inhabit the Wild West of the hemp market.Told with Murphy’s trademark wit, keen eye for character, and sharp insights intothe hardscrabble society around him, Rocky Mountain High is an inside look at the alluring world of the hemp boom and a masterful tale of one entrepreneur’s misadventures.

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  Rare Breed by Sunny Bonnell and...

  American Classics

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  Delve into the unique world of business and personal success with the audiobook version of "Rare Breed" by Sunny Bonnell and Ashleigh Hansberger. This concise audio adaptation offers the essential takeaways from the original book, crafted for a quick and insightful experience. It's perfect for reinforcing the lessons if you've already read the book, or for a comprehensive introduction if you're new to these concepts. 
  "Rare Breed" challenges the norms of the business world, urging individuals to embrace their distinctiveness as a 'unicorn' – rare, valuable, and unique. The book is segmented into several parts, focusing on different aspects of what it means to be extraordinary in today's competitive environment. 
  One key area discussed is the power of obsession in achieving goals. It emphasizes the need for dedication and an unwavering commitment to your ambitions, citing inspiring examples from well-known figures. Another significant theme is the importance of pursuing your passion. The book illustrates how genuine enthusiasm can be a driving force behind success, as shown through the life of figures like Anthony Bourdain. 
  The book also encourages embracing your individual weirdness and uniqueness, highlighting how breaking away from convention can lead to remarkable achievements. This idea is exemplified in stories of unconventional success in various fields. 
  Additionally, the ability to captivate an audience and the strengths found in emotions, empathy, and sincerity are explored as key components for success. 
  Overall, the audiobook "Rare Breed" provides a dynamic and practical guide to using one's unique traits for success in business and life. It's a valuable resource for entrepreneurs, creative thinkers, and anyone wishing to honor their unique spirit​

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  Tales From the Farm by the...

  Amanda Owen

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  For everyone who loves watching Amanda Owen and her family on Our Yorkshire Farm, or enjoys reading her bestselling books, comes this delightful and uplifting collection of her monthly Dalesman columns. In Tales From the Farm by the Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda takes readers on an evocative journey to Ravenseat, where she lives with husband Clive and their nine children, not to mention their flock of sheep, herd of cows, hardworking dogs and a formidable chicken called Linda.Covering events from 2019 through to early 2021, Amanda describes saving the life of a newborn calf on New Year's Eve and watching, mouth agape, as their livestock trailer was swept away by floodwater in March. Son Sidney braves the wrath of Linda and husband Clive crafts an unusual Valentine's Day gift. Eldest daughter Raven leaves the nest, headed for university, while young sheepdog Taff and Tony the pony arrive at the farm. As Covid-19 sends the country into lockdown, Amanda feels more lucky than ever to live close to nature, finding happiness in the beauty of the Dales and the unchanging routines of the farming year.Illustrated with charming line-drawings throughout, this book is the perfect gift for fans of the Owen family and a chance to catch up on their adventures.

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